High blood pressure, also commonly referred to hypertension, occurs when the heart is pumping blood against pressure, resulting in too much strain on your arteries and your heart. If the heart continuously pumps against pressure it causes the walls of the arteries to stretch. Problems that can occur from injured and overstretched arteries are vascular weakness, vascular scarring, increased risk of blood clots and increased plaque build-up. Uncontrolled blood pressure can also lead to deadly conditions such as, heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney failure. High blood pressure is known as the “silent killer” as it often comes...
A combination of pineapple juice and turmeric-ginger tea combination might sound like an odd bunch but it did wonders for my cold. Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain, which aids in digestion and lowers inflammation. Turmeric (Curcumin) and ginger are anti-inflammatory, and I added some fresh lemon for a boost of Vitamin C. I have seen recipes of smoothies using these three ingredients but as I was in no mood to sip something cold I opted to make a tea using these ingredients. The result is a warming tea loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients like Turmeric to help boost the immune system. Ingredients: 1. 1...
It comes to no surprise that turmeric, known for its powerful antioxidant properties, destroys and fights cancer-causing free radicals. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world, yet there is a bright yellow-orange super spice that is safe and natural and has potent anti-cancer properties for nearly every type of cancer. Turmeric’s active ingredient, curcumin, is responsible for its strong antioxidant properties. It helps protect us from free radicals in the body that lead to cellular damage of DNA. If damage occurs to DNA, it may help contribute to the development of many illnesses, including cancer. These...
A warm and comforting drink for winter or days in other seasons that feel like winter. I adapted this recipe from Elizabeth Peyton-Jones website. Elizabeth Peyton-Jones is the author of Cook Yourself Young. She is a well known authority in the world of nutrition and loves Turmeric. I connected with her when she was on the book tour in Toronto. I love her book, it has amazing easy to follow recipes and a lot of information on how foods impact aging. Ingredients: 1. 1 cup organic apple cider or juice 2. 1/2 cup water 3. 1.5 tsp WINTER -...